The New York International Auto Show takes place next week,
playing host to the unveiling of the new Range Rover Sport HST.
The HST is the latest addition to the hugely popular Range
Rover Sport line-up that will provide an enhanced driving experience thanks to
its high performance 380HP 3.0-litre supercharged V6 petrol engine, unique
chassis settings and several enhanced design features.
The Vehicle Programme Director at Range Rover Sport, David
Mitchell said: “The HST extends our Range Rover Sport line-up giving customers
even greater choice. Sitting between the existing 340PS Range Rover Sport
3.0-litre V6 supercharged and the 550PS supercharged variant, it delivers
enhanced V6 performance to go with the Range Rover Sport's renowned comfort and
refinement."
The new HST has received several upgrades to both the
exterior and interior design which give the luxury SUV a more distinctive and
dynamic look. The hallmark of the exterior design is a new striking black theme
which contrasts well with the front and rear Stealth Pack lamps and Santorini
Black contrast roof, giving the HST a more purposeful profile. 21-inch alloy
wheels with an exclusive dark satin grey finish help to highlight the red uprated
brake callipers.
The interior has been given a number of impressive upgrades
too that give the HST a classy, stylish feel. Eye-catching dual tone seats with
a luxurious Oxford Leather trim combine with an all-ebony centre console and
door trims to create a unique environment. The dashboard features a bespoke HST
badge that also features on the carpet mats and the TFT instrument panel, and
the sporty cues continue with the addition of 'Sports' pedals and Noble-plated
paddle shift gear levers on the steering wheel.
Order books for the Range Rover Sport HST will open at the
beginning of April, with prices set to be announced later in the year.
In addition to the new HST Model, Land Rover also announced
that they will be making a range of enhancements to the 2016 Model Year Range
Rover Sport, with the design team fully focused on increasing practicality and
desirability.
Land Rover will introduce Stop/Start technology on the SDV8
diesel engine in order to reduce emissions and improve fuel economy, while the arrival
of the latest SDV6 Hybrid Technology will see the CO2 emissions drop from
169g/km to 164g/km.
The InControl Remote system has been renamed the InControl
Protect for 2016. This innovative technology will provide even greater
functionality – allowing drivers to check fuel levels remotely, automatically
contact emergency services in the event of an accident, lock and unlock the
vehicle remotely, reset the alarm and sound the horn and flash the lights to
help find your vehicle in crowded car parks.
All 2016 Range Rover Sport models will also be fitted with
Terrain Response 2 technology for advanced off road capability along with New
Auto Access Height to improve ease of entry and exit – automatically lowering
the vehicle to access height when the door is opened.
Land Rover has also made a concerted effort to improve the
practicality with the availability of a Gesture Tailgate. This allows the owner
to lower the tailgate simply by waving their foot underneath the rear of the
vehicle – perfect for loading heavy boxes without having to put them down.
The 2016 model year Range Rover Sport will also be available to order from April with the first deliveries arriving late in the summer.